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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nanking / Nanjing to New York flights are currently cheapest in June.

Alternative Nanking / Nanjing to New York routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Nanking / Nanjing to New York? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Nanjing to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found780 €
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Nanking / Nanjing to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Nanking / Nanjing to New York is 780 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Nanking / Nanjing to New York. But we found flights with one or more stops from 780 €.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Nanking / Nanjing to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Nanking / Nanjing to New York is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Nanking / Nanjing Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York John F. Kennedy – which is 20.9 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from 780 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to New York on Wednesday, 21 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Nanking / Nanjing Airport and New York. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, China Eastern offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

Travelling from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to New York: what you need to know

  • New York is 12 hours behind Nanjing, where Nanjing Lukou International Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from NKG to New York.

  • During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • We make it simple to plan a flight from NKG to New York that includes a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you hold a passport from China and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to New York, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.

  • To get to NKG from central Nanjing, it takes around 39 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near NKG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to New York or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

How to find the cheapest flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to New York

  • 422 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 780 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To find cheap tickets from NKG to New York, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a ticket from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to New York.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from NKG to New York. You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to New York.

Airports in New York

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to the centre of New York is about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour and 11 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near EWR:

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The centre of New York is located around 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). After your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to New York has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 48 minutes.

  • You can also opt for public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 20 minutes.

  • After your flight from NKG to New York, kick back at a hotel close to JFK. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to New York

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to New York. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to New York in February when things are quieter.

  • The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to New York in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from NKG to New York sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

More about New York

  • After booking your flight from Nanjing Lukou International Airport to New York, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:

  • Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just the start of the big attractions to put on your New York to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Empire State Building.

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